Steven Worley

Associate Director, Business Development

Favorite inspirational quote:

“Sometimes your joy is the source of your smile, but sometimes your smile can be the source of your joy.”

― Thich Nhat Hanh

Pronouns: he/him

Areas of expertise: Scheduling and executive support, strategic planning, project management, campaign development, CRM management, and financial compliance

Causes I’m most passionate about: Social justice, environmental protection, climate change, criminal justice reform, and ocean conservation

My fundraising story: I have worked in the government and nonprofit sector since 2016, including time spent as a frontline fundraiser for political campaigns. Prior to joining Aperio, I served as the Administrative Manager for the advocacy department at the ACLU of Illinois.

Why I care about helping nonprofits grow: Having worked in the nonprofit and government sector for the last several years, I understand the unique challenges development teams face as they work to engage their donors and position their organizations for long-term sustainability. I have seen firsthand the positive impact nonprofits have on the communities they serve and I am passionate about using my skillset to ensure that positive impact can continue well into the future.

Hobbies: Yoga, photography, record collecting, traveling, coffee, museums, aquariums, and spending time with my dog and two cats

Unusual talent: Waking up super early.